Senior HV Substation Engineer - Lead Design & Build

QTS Realty Trust; Virginia; On-site; USD 136,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and HSA accounts

Paid holidays and PTO

Volunteer days

Tuition assistance

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust in Virginia seeks a Senior Substation Engineer to lead the design life cycle of high voltage substations and guide the technical direction of utility infrastructure supporting data center campuses.

You will oversee construction, installation, and commissioning of substation equipment, work with energy leaders, utilities, and project teams, and ensure regulatory compliance. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• FE or EIT registration or pursuing licensure.
• 10+ years in substation engineering or related field.
• Experience with 15kV–500kV equipment and protective relays.
• Familiarity with IEEE, NESC, ANSI, NEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design life cycle of high voltage substations under EPC contracts.
• Provide technical guidance for design, procurement, and installation.
• Oversee construction, commissioning, and startup of substation systems.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with EH&S regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and field personnel.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to meet timelines.

Skills

HV Substation Design

Project Coordination

Electrical Engineering Fundamentals

Protective Relays & Equipment

IEEE/NESC/NEC Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

FE and/or EIT registration

Tools

Substation design software

HV equipment knowledge

Job description

QTS Realty Trust in Virginia seeks a Senior Substation Engineer to lead the design life cycle of high voltage substations and guide the technical direction of utility infrastructure supporting data center campuses.

You will oversee construction, installation, and commissioning of substation equipment, work with energy leaders, utilities, and project teams, and ensure regulatory compliance. Travel up to 25% is expected.